Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) Recruitment 2026: Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda has released the official notification for 13 Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Director, Pharmaceutical Chemist posts, inviting applications from eligible candidates. This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking stable and well-paid education jobs.
Candidates can download the application form from the official website and send the completed form along with required documents by post. The last date to receive the application is 12-04-2026. Below, you can find complete details of Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Director, Pharmaceutical Chemist Recruitment 2026, including vacancy breakdown, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application procedure, and important links.
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Overview
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| Company Name | Institute of Teaching and Research in Ayurveda (ITRA) |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Deputy Director, Pharmaceutical Chemist |
| No of Posts | 13 |
| Advt No | ITRA/01/2026 |
| Salary | Academic Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200-2,18,200), Academic Level-13-A (Rs. 1,31,400-2,17,100), Academic Level-10 (Rs. 57,700-1,82,400), Level-11 (Rs. 67,700-2,08,700) |
| Qualification | Degree in Ayurveda, MD/MS (Ayu.), PhD, Registration with State/Central Board/Council, National Teacher's Eligibility Test, Postgraduate degree in Ayurveda/Pharmacy, M. Pharma, M.Sc., M.D. or M.S., M. Pharm in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/M.Sc. (Analytical/ Organic/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry)/M.Sc. (Medicinal Plants). |
| Age Limit | Professor: Max 55 years, Associate Professor: Max 50 years, Assistant Professor: Max 40 years, Deputy Director: Max 45 years, Pharmaceutical Chemist: Max 45 years. |
| Last Date | 12 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Full Time |
ITRA Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the ITRA Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download ITRA Job 2026 Notification PDF
ITRA Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Professor | 3 |
| Associate Professor | 1 |
| Assistant Professor | 5 |
| Deputy Director (PG) | 1 |
| Deputy Director (Pharmacy) | 1 |
| Deputy Director (UG) | 1 |
| Pharmaceutical Chemist | 1 |
| Total | 13 |
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Professor: Degree in Ayurveda recognized under Schedule II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020. MD/MS (Ayu.) recognized by CCIM under Schedule-II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020 in the concerned subject. PhD in the concerned subject. Registration with concerned State Board/Council or Central registration issues by CCIM/NCISM. Minimum ten high quality research papers indexed in SCOPUS or Pubmed or journals with an impact factor. Minimum score of 120, as stipulated in Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance based Appraisal System (PBAS). Fourteen years full-time Post-Graduate teaching experience or fourteen years of regular/full time research experience.
- Associate Professor: Degree in Ayurveda recognized under Schedule II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020. MD/MS (Ayu.) recognized by CCIM under Schedule-II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020 in the concerned subject. PhD in the concerned subject. Registration with concerned State Board/Council or Central registration issues by CCIM/NCISM. Minimum seven high quality research papers indexed in SCOPUS or Pubmed or journals with an impact factor. Minimum score of 75, as stipulated in Academic Performance Indicator (API) based Performance based Appraisal System (PBAS). Total Eight years of regular/full time teaching experience, out which at least six years PG teaching experience or Total Eight years of regular/full time research experience.
- Assistant Professor: Degree in Ayurveda recognized under Schedule II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020. MD/MS (Ayu.) recognized by CCIM under Schedule-II of IMCC Act, 1970/NCISM Act, 2020/ITRA Act, 2020 in the concerned subject. Registration with concerned State Board/Council or Central registration issues by CCIM/NCISM. Having cleared National Teacher's Eligibility Test (NTET) conducted by NCISM/Having NCISM teacher's code. Minimum three high quality research papers indexed in SCOPUS or Pubmed or journals with an impact factor. Three years regular/full-time teaching or research experience from recognized teaching/research Institute after obtaining PG degree.
- Deputy Director (PG): A degree in Ayurveda from a recognized Institute/University. A recognized Postgraduate degree in Ayurveda in any discipline. Registered with any State/UT Medical Board/Council or Central Registration issued by Central Council of Indian Medicine or NCISM. PhD degree in any concerned/ allied/ relevant discipline of Ayurveda (Desirable). Five research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC Care listed journals and total research/academic score of 120 (Desirable). Six years of Teaching experience in a recognised institution or six years of research experience.
- Deputy Director (Pharmacy): A degree in Ayurveda or Pharmacy from Institute/University established by law or statutory body. A recognised Postgraduate degree in Rasashasthra and Bhaishajya Kalpana or Dravyaguna discipline of Ayurveda OR M. Pharma (Ayurveda) degree OR M. Sc. (Medicinal Plants) with bachelor in Ayurveda background degree. PhD degree in any concerned/ relevant discipline (Desirable). Five research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC Care listed journals and total research/academic score of 120 (Desirable). Registered with concerned council (Desirable). Six years of Teaching/industry/pharmacy experience or six years of Research experience.
- Deputy Director (UG): A degree in Ayurveda from a recognised Institute/University. A recognised Postgraduate degree in Ayurveda in any discipline. Registered with any State/UT Medical Board/Council or Central Registration issued by Central Council of Indian Medicine or NCISM. PhD degree in any concerned/ allied/ relevant discipline of Ayurveda (Desirable). Five research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC Care listed journals and total research/academic score of 120 (Desirable). Six years of Teaching experience in a recognised institution or six years of Research experience.
- Pharmaceutical Chemist: M. Pharm (Ayu)/M. Pharm in Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry OR M.Sc. (Analytical/ Organic/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry) OR M.Sc. (Medicinal Plants) in Phytochemistry. PhD degree in concerned subject. At least five research papers published in journals indexed in Scopus or PubMed or having Impact factor. Research experience of working on the Ayurvedic or Natural drugs (Desirable). Experience of undertaking independent research Projects as Principal Investigator (PI) (Desirable). Experience of undertaking/leading sponsored R&D projects/consultancy and related activities (Desirable). Five years regular/full-time teaching/research experience in the concerned subject from recognized teaching/research Institute after obtaining PG degree.
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/UR/OBC | Rs.3000/- |
| SC/ST/EWS | Rs.2500/- |
| PWD | No application fee |
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Professor: Maximum age limit is 55 years.
- Associate Professor: Maximum age limit is 50 years.
- Assistant Professor: Maximum age limit is 40 years.
- Deputy Director (PG): Maximum age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation as per order issued by the Central Govt from time to time.
- Deputy Director (Pharmacy): Maximum age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation as per order issued by the Central Govt from time to time.
- Deputy Director (UG): Maximum age limit is 45 years. Age relaxation as per order issued by the Central Govt from time to time.
- Pharmaceutical Chemist: Maximum age limit is 45 years.
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Salary
- Professor: Academic Level-14 (Pay Scale 1,44,200-2,18,200) + NPA
- Associate Professor: Academic Level-13-A (Pay Scale 1,31,400-2,17,100) + NPA
- Assistant Professor: Academic Level-10 (Pay scale 57,700-1,82,400) + NPA
- Deputy Director (PG): Level-11 (Rs.67,700-2,08,700) in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC+NPA
- Deputy Director (Pharmacy): Level-11 (Rs.67,700-2,08,700) in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC+NPA
- Deputy Director (UG): Level-11 (Rs.67,700-2,08,700) in the Pay Matrix of 7th CPC+NPA
- Pharmaceutical Chemist: Pay Matrix Level - 11 (Rs.67,700-2,08,700) as per 7th CPC.
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Date of Notification | 25 February 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of applications | 12 April 2026 |
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Screening of applications
- Written Test
- Skill Test
- Interview
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: http://www.itra.ac.in.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 12-04-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
ITRA Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
